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- noun- many things; such as objects, blows, or words, all coming at the same time; a heavy attack (Reporter's responded to the govenor's announcement witha barrage of questions.)
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- noun- a disagreement, especially one involving a difference of opinion; a quarrel or dispute (The controversy was finally settled by a vote.)
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- verb- to make someone change his or her mind about an action; to persuade not to do something (I tried to dissuade Jeff from going.)
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- verb- to remove or destroy completely; to wipe out; to eliminate (Modern medicine has not found a way to eradicate the common cold.)
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to plunge or dip into a liquid so as to cover completely (Sara refused to immerse even her big toe in the muddy lake.)
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to be completely occupied mentally (In the library, I can immerse myself in my reading.)
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- adjective- acting suddenly without real thought; in the habit of acting this way (Mark regretted his impulsive decision to buy orange sneakers.)
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- adjective- not able to overcome; unbeatable (The undefeated Wolves seemed invincible as the tournament began.)
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- adjective- of or suited to a low poisition or rank; ordinary; not proud in manner or spirit (The man was not ashamed of his lowly birth, and even after becoming wealthy, he kept his old friends.)
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the quality of being fresh and unusual; newness (The game's novelty entertained us for a while, then we grew bored again.)
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anything that is new, fresh, or unusal; a change (After living in an apartment, having a house and yard was a novelty for the family.)
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a small, inexpensive toy or trinket; often used in the plural (That store sells novelties and greeting cards.)
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- adjective- going beyond what is right, reasonable, or proper; shocking (Her outrageous behavior shows she doesn't care what others think.)
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- adjective- lesser in size, strength, or importance; small; weak (That guy may look puny, but I wouldn't mess withy him if I were you.)
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- verb- to lean back or lie down (Why don't you recline on the sofa until you feel better?)
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not bending; not flexible (Uncooked spaghetti is rigid and easily snaps into pieces.)
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very strict; stern; severe (The rules are rigid, and they are strictly enforced.)
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- verb- to make or become solid, hard, strong, or united (Freezing temperatures make water solidify into ice.)
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- verb- to express or make sound with the voice; to speak or sing (Don't just shake your head; vocalize your opinion.)
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